SCOTT-SPORTS.COM GAMBLER SAG-BOY The lengths of the grey beam shows the optimum eye-to-eye distance of the rear shock. Der graue Balken zeigt den optimalen Bolzenabstand des Dämpfers. La longueur de la barre grise représente l écart optimal entre les points de fixation de l amortisseur SCOTT SPORTS SA / 17 RTE DU CROCHET / 1762 GIVISIEZ / SWITZERLAND 2008 SCOTT SPORTS SA, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED V CONFORME AUX EXIGENCES DE SECURITE SCOTT 2008 NF R30-020 BIKE OWNERS MANUAL OWNERS MANUAL / BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG / MANUEL D UTILISATION
CONTENT The Gambler should be adjusted exactly to the current rider for reaching maximum safety and fun while riding. All adjustments should be done at the local Scott dealer or following to this manual. > Gambler Concept P. 02 > Geometry/Technical Data Gambler P. 03 > Adjustment of head angle P. 04 > 2 different headtube inserts P. 05 > 3 different rear travel options P. 06 > Recommended Tools for the Shock Set-Up P. 06 > Basic Set-Up of the Gambler Rear Suspension P. 07 > Adjustment of Seatpost-Height P. 09 > IDS Drop Out System P. 10 > Front Fork Set-Up/Change of Front Fork P. 11 > Pivot Maintenance P. 11 > Warranty P. 12 00 01
GAMBLER CONCEPT GEOMETRY/TECHNICAL DATA GAMBLER Gambler is the result of 2 years of research and development searching for one of the most versatile and durable FR and DH bikes available on the market, but still easy in set-up and maintenance. Scott s focus was to combine solid construction with optimized kinematics. This respecting the demands of riders concerning geometry, suspension characteristics, low center of gravity and stiffness. Gambler was designed for riders looking for a dual suspended FR bike or a race oriented DH bike offering rear wheel travel between 190 and 230 mm. Scott does not see frame, rear shock and kinematics as single components which are assembled together on a bike, but as a concept with all these components working together and offering an outrageous function by matching perfectly. The Gambler Concept is based on a new designed multi-pivot technology. In combination with the linear coil-over shock characteristics the kinematics guarantees a progressive suspension, adapted to smooth riding (beginning of travel) as well as extreme jumps (end of travel). FR VERSION Size Head angle HT Length TT Horizont. Seat angle Top ST CST Length BB OS Short 66.0 115 (565) (72.0 ) 418 430 25 Long 66.0 115 (590) (72.0 ) 418 430 25 DH VERSION Size Head angle HT Length TT Horizont. Seat angle Top ST CST Length BB OS Short 64.0 115 (565) (72.0 ) 418 440 25 Long 64.0 115 (590) (72.0 ) 418 440 25 Travel 190 / 210 / 230mm Suspension Ratio 2.5 / 2.75 / 3.0 Piston stroke 76mm Shock length (Eye to Eye) 241mm Hardware Mainframe 22,2mm x 8mm Hardware Swingarm 40mm x 8mm Seatpost diameter 34,9mm Headset 1 1/8 or 1.5, depending on headtube insert Fork travel 180-200mm Fork length 568mm BB housing 83mm Chainguide system ISCG / ISCG05 tab Rear Hub Width 150mm Bearings 2 x 61901 (24 x 12 x T6) 6 x 61902 (28 x 15 x T7) 02 03
ADJUSTMENT OF HEAD ANGLE 2 DIFFERENT HEADTUBE INSERTS On Gambler you can adjust the headangle within a few minutes for a better handling depending on your riding style and track condition/style. How to adjust the headangle: You need - a 4mm Allen key bit for a tighening torque key - a 56mm wrench (attached to this bike) 3. IMPORTANT: Please make sure that there is no gap between the collar on the downside of the insert and the head tube clamp on the frame. On Gambler you have 2 options for the headset diameter (1 1/8 and 1.5 ). You can order the headtube inserts via your local Scott dealer with: 210127 Headtube Insert Gambler 1 1/8, 1size 210128 Headtube Insert Gambler 1.5, 1size 1. Loose the three screws on the head of the headtube with a 4mm allen key but do not remove them completely. These screws hold the insert in Place. Please note that it is not necessary to disassemble the fork or any other components. 2. Turn the insert with the 56mm wrench which is attached to your bike/frameset. The slot of the insert should always be in line with the slot of the headtube clamp. The resulting angle is engraved in the insert for both options. For removing/assemblying them please contact your local Scott dealer as you might need some special tools for the headset dis-/assembly as well as a tightening torque key to fix the inserts in the headtube section. It is very important to follow the tightening torque indications shown on the parts. 4. tighten the 3 screws with 5Nm/44in-lbs 04 05
3 DIFFERENT REAR TRAVEL OPTIONS RECOMMENDED TOOLS FOR THE SET-UP SET-UP GAMBLER On Gambler you have 3 options for the rear travel as shown on the drawing below: Please read this manual and the manual of the rear shock manufacturer carefully before you start the setup procedure. In addition we strongly recommend using a tightening torque key with a 6mm allen key insert. To simplify the check of the SAG (= negative travel) of the rear shock please use the SAG-Boy printed as a beam on the cover of this manual. The Set-Up of the rear shock can be easy done within a few minutes. Please take this time to avoid dangerous riding performance and to get the best out of your Gambler. Please make sure that the coil spring on the shock matches to your riding weight (including your riding gear). We recommend following coil springs: Weight (kg) 190 mm rear travel 210 mm rear travel 230 mm rear travel 50-60 250 x 3.25 300 x 3.25 350 x 3.25 60-70 300 x 3.25 350 x 3.25 400 x 3.25 70-80 350 x 3.25 400 x 3.25 450 x 3.25 80-90 400 x 3.25 450 x 3.25 500 x 3.25 For fine tuning the SAG and the corresponding eye-to-eye distance of the shock bolts you can tighten or release the pretension of the coil spring but please respect the maximum and minimum spring indications of the shock manufacturer. The eye-to-eye distance between the shock bolts should be in basic set up 212mm (40% SAG). This length is also indicated on the cover of this manual by the colored beam of the SAG-Boy. For further details on the shock set-up please follow the indications of the rear shock manufacturer attached to this bike. 06 07
BASIC SET-UP OF REBOUND SET-UP OF OTHER SHOCK MODELS ADJUSTMENT OF SEATPOST-HEIGHT Rebound describes the speed the shock comes back to its original length after absorbing an obstacle. By using the red rebound screw you can adjust the rebound step by step. Please refer to the following instruction: Ride your bike off a pavement (remain in the saddle) and check how many times it bounces. - if it bounces 1-2 times, the set up is good. - If it bounces more than 3 times the rebound is too fast. Turn the screw 1-2 clicks clockwise - If it does not bounce the rebound is too slow. Turn the screw 1-2 clicks counter clockwise. Important! Note that you have to mount the rear shock always as shown underneath. Mounting the rear shock in a different position can cause severe damages to the frame, the linkage levers and the rear shock. Important: After a dismantlement of the rear shock, both fixing bolts should be tightened with a tightening torque of 35Nm/308in-lbs. If this is not done correctly the rear shock can be damaged. Scott strongly recommends using only the originally specified shock with the Gambler bike, as we have chosen carefully both parts for a perfect matching combination. If you want to use a different rear shock model than the one originally on the bike, please make sure that the shock will not in any position hit the frame and cause a damage to the frame. Please follow the instruction below: Please make sure that the rear shock or its accessory parts do not touch the frame when mounting or suspending. For doing so release the air/remove the coil, install the shock and compress the shock completely. If the shock touches the frame while doing so, do not use this shock in order to avoid damage to frame, swingarm or shock Important: The seatpost has to be inserted into the seattube at a minimum of 80mm. Never use another seatpost diameter than 34.9mm or try to use a shim/reducer between seatpost and frame. When lowering down the seatpost, please make sure that it will not hit the shock below while riding! This could result in serious damage on bike parts and result in a dangerous riding condition. 08 09
IDS DROP OUT SYSTEM FRONT FORK SET-UP/ CHANGE OF FRONT FORK PIVOT MAINTENANCE The Gambler offers the possibility not only to change drop out hanger in case of damage, you also can choose between different 3 different drop outs of the Scott IDS (Interchangeable Drop-Out System): Inline you will find on Gambler FR following drop out: Another Option is SRAM-Maxle System for 12mm/150mm through axle hubs (same length as your FR dropout), available at your local authorized Scott dealer: For the set up of the front fork please use the fork specific manual attached to the bike. We recommend using front forks with a travel between 180 and 200 mm (568mm fork length), as this will not influence the geometry and alter handling of the bike. The pivots and bearings on SCOTT Gambler are extremely easy to maintain. An external treatment with a grease spray after every bike wash is all you have to do. We do not recommend heavy grease sprays since these will leave a film on the parts which is difficult to remove. We recommend the same for the chain also. If you have to change the bearings you can order them included in a service kit (Scott article number: 210126) at your local SCOTT dealer or buy them with international parts number as shown above in the specs list in a hardware store. In case of a change of the bearings or of the rear swingarm you should contact your local SCOTT dealer as you need a special tool kit for disassembly and assembly. Inline on Gambler DH you will find following drop out (10mm longer as FR drop out): 10 11
WARRANTY WARRANTY Model Year Size Frame SCOTT bikes are made using the most innovative production and quality methods. They are equipped with best components of well known parts suppliers. Doing so SCOTT warrants its frames and swingarms for two years for defects in material and/or workmanship in case of purchase of completely assembled new bikes. The warranty period starts at the day of purchase. This warranty is limited to the first buyer, what means the first person who uses the bike and only with the use it was made for. The bike is to purchase via authorized SCOTT-dealers to the exclusion of purchases via internet auctions. In case of a warranty claim the decision to repair or to replace the defective part is up to SCOTT. Non defective parts will only be replaced at the guarantee s own expense. Wear and tear elements are not covered by the warranty. You will find at the end of this manual a protocol for the handing over of the bike which will remain in copy at the SCOTT dealer after acceptance and signature of the consumer. It is obligatory to show this protocol of handing over together with the bike or the defective part in case of a warranty claim given that it provides evidence of purchase. Otherwise no warranty is granted. Claims must be made directly through an authorized dealer with the protocol of handing over. For information regarding the nearest dealer, write or call this company or the national SCOTT distributor. Normal wear, accident, neglect, abuse, improper assembly, improper maintenance by other than an authorized dealer or use of parts or devices not consistent with the use originally intended for the bicycle as sold (downhill races, freestyle, stunts) are not covered by this warranty. Under reservation of national warrant of merchantability. 12 13